Conservation Plan & Watering Schedule

Seasonal Water Use Schedule in Effect

Between April 1 and October 31, as outlined in Garland's Water Conservation Plan (PDF), all Garland water utility customers may water twice per week using an in-ground sprinkler system. Customers have the flexibility to choose which day of the week to water. Watering with a hand-held device, soaker hose or drip irrigation is allowed any time on any day.

Please remember, our watering schedule is subject to change dependent on the weather conditions and effectiveness of local water conservation measures. Those changes would be posted on this page.

We Are Currently Operating Under

Drought Restrictions: No

Water Conservation Plan: Yes

Conservation Plan Key Points

No outdoor irrigation between the hours of 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. to prevent excessive evaporation

No outdoor watering with sprinklers or irrigation during a rain event

Newly-installed irrigation systems must be equipped with rain and freeze sensors

Watering with a hand-held hose using an automatic shutoff nozzle, soaker hose or drip irrigation is allowed at any time

Outdoor irrigation systems should be properly maintained and any leaks or broken sprinkler heads should be repaired

Water Variances

Under the current conservation measures:

Pool owners do not need a variance to fill or refill their pool. Note: Water used to refill a pool is charged at current rates.

Newly planted landscape and/or sod can be watered by hand, soaker hose or drip irrigation at any time. Therefore, no variance is needed.